SEARCH  Steering and Suspension Steering, Suspension and Chassis Motorcraft® offers a complete line of quality steering, suspension and chassis parts, including: Power Steering Pumps Rack and Pinion Steering Gears Integral Gear Boxes Shocks and Struts Tie Rods Sway Bar Links Drag Links Control Arms Ball Joints Search all Motorcraft® steering, suspension and chassis parts, product numbers and descriptions in the Full-Line Catalog. Steering Power Steering Pumps CIII Power Steering Pump The CIII is a belt-driven, vane-type pump used on newer Ford, Lincoln and Mercury cars and trucks. Smaller and lighter vehicles use the low-displacement cam inserts while heavier vehicles use the high-displacement cam inserts. An identification tag is attached to the housing that indicates the basic production and part number. CII Power Steering Pump The CII is a belt-driven, slipper-type pump with a fiberglass reinforced nylon reservoir used on older Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles. An identification tag is attached to the housing that indicates the basic production and part number. Rack and Pinion Steering Gears Rack and pinion assemblies transform rotational steering wheel motion into linear tie rod motion, which directs the front wheels of the vehicle. The rack and pinion steering gear consists of three main components: Rack Assembly Pinion Valve Assembly Housing Integral Gear Boxes The integral power steering gear unit, also known as a rotary valve (RV) or XR-50 gear, is a torsion bar-type of hydraulic-assisted system. It’s used in large trucks (Ford E- and F-series) as well as large cars (Lincoln Town Car and Ford Grand Victoria). The system furnishes power to reduce the amount of effort required to turn the steering wheel. It also helps reduce road shock and vibration. Search all Motorcraft® steering, suspension and chassis parts,product numbers and descriptions in the Full-Line Catalog. Suspension Shocks and Struts Shock absorbers and strut assemblies reduce the bounce of your wheels to help provide a smooth ride. Motorcraft® offers shocks and struts for almost any type of driving situation. They’re engineered specifically for Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles to provide comfort and performance under ever-changing loads and driving conditions. Products include: Strut Assembly Available for all Ford applications. Heavy-Duty Shock – 1-3/16" Bore Specially calibrated and valved to deliver excellent stability and ride comfort. Help suspension resist vehicle sway on curves and sharp turns. Available for most cars, light trucks and vans Extra Heavy-Duty Shock – 1-3/8" Bore Heavy-duty piston rod, firm valving and extra fluid capacity provide maximum stability and control. Combines a premium ride with extra size and strength for good control and handling. Available for most cars, light trucks and vans. Spring-Assist Shock Performs dual functions of shock and vibration control, plus load carrying and leveling. Available for front and rear applications. Gas-Charged Shock Original Equipment (O.E.) on many Ford vehicles. Utilizes inert nitrogen gas to pressurize the hydraulic fluid and reduce aeration or "foaming" for improved ride control. Also improves handling, particularly on dirt roads. Electric Adjustable Shock (AVS Series) Part of today's computer-managed suspension systems that can change from a soft to firm damping rate in milliseconds based on inputs from sensors in the brakes, suspension and engine. Search all Motorcraft® steering, suspension and chassis parts,product numbers and descriptions in the Full-Line Catalog. Chassis Parts Built to Ford Motor Company’s stringent engineering specifications and quality assurance guidelines, you can be certain Motorcraft® Chassis Parts are made to perform – and made to last. Chassis Parts Include: - Tie Rods - Sway Bar Links - Drag Links - Control Arms - Ball Joints Product Features:       - Greaseable designs to support ongoing maintenance (where possible)       - High-quality forging material that has been processed to an optimum grain structure for strength and durability       - Tie rods and ball joints featuring wrench flats for easy installation       - A focus on quality fit and repair Rack-and-pinion inner tie rod kits that include jam nuts and drive pins Threaded studs that use castle nuts and cotter pins Control arms that include new bushings and hardware Ball joint kits that include new pinch bolt, nut and other necessary parts for attachment       - Sealed boot with directional grease escapement to help ensure a contamination-free joint       - Ball joint-only cartridges to eliminate the unnecessary replacement of entire control arm assemblies on some applications The Motorcraft® Chassis Parts "Total Value Package"       - Parts designed specifically for Ford Motor Company vehicles - incorporating the latest Ford-engineering-approved designs, materials and hardware to help ensure top performance       - Competitive prices       - Designed to be easy to install       - A wide range of availability – with selected chassis parts for most Ford, Lincoln and Mercury cars, trucks and SUVs       - Competitive limited warranties – honored nationwide by Ford and Lincoln Mercury Dealerships and backed by Ford Motor Company – See Dealership for a copy of the limited warranty Search all Motorcraft® steering, suspension and chassis parts, product numbers and descriptions in the Full-Line Catalog. Related Chemicals & Lubricants The following Motorcraft® chemicals and lubricants are recommended for service and repairs associated with steering, suspension and chassis parts: Threadlock and Sealer Rubber Suspension Insulator Lube Power Steering Fluid Premium Power Steering Fluid Penetrating and Lock Lubricant Premium Long-Life Grease High Temperature Nickel Anti-Seize Lubricant Ford Type "F" ATF and Power Steering Fluid